"Golden State Warriors going to send them home in tears ... Steph Curry will bounce back" - Chris Broussard emphatically backs Dubs for Game 6 against Celtics
The Golden State Warriors are on the verge of winning the NBA Finals. The Warriors can clinch their fourth title in eight years with a win on the road against the Boston Celtics.
With excitement building, Chris Broussard expressed the reasons behind picking the Celtics for Game 6. Speaking on First Things First, he mentioned that he was the only one rooting for the Warriors, but stressed that he had some doubts.
"I told you guys before this series Golden State in 7. And I have been saying this week, that while my heart would like the Warriors to close it out tonight in Game 6, my head is saying Celtics."
However, Broussard performed a quick U-turn, saying he feels the Warriors will close out the series in Game 6.
"But my head's been thinking a lot recently. And I'm here to tell you today, that my head has come to agree with my heart. The Warriors end it tonight!"
Chris Broussard went on to point out the issues with the Boston Celtics playing at home. With a 6-5 record at TD Garden, the Celtics aren't too strong a unit on their home turf.
However, the segment didn't end at this. Broussard went on to highlight the major reasons he believes the Warriors will win.
"The Golden State Warriors are going to send them home in tears. Because Steph Curry will bounce back from the only playoff game he's ever had where he missed the three-pointer.
"Game 6 Klay will show up. His two highest playoff scoring games ever came in Game 6's. He shoots 49% from three in his playoff career in Game 6's. Last Game 6, he dropped 30 on the Memphis Grizzlies."
Chris Broussard also emphasized that Draymond Green and Andrew Wiggins would play well in Game 6.
"The Warriors end it tonight. ... The Golden State Warriors are going to send the Celtics home in tears. Steph will bounce back. Game 6 Klay will show up. Draymond will continue to play well & Wiggins will continue to shame his No. 1 hater." — @Chris_Broussard https://t.co/iN6q6bMYHs
Will Chris Broussard's prediction about the Golden State Warriors come true?
The Golden State Warriors have battled through some unfavorable odds to get to this spot in the Finals. With a 29% chance of winning it all at the start of the Finals, the Warriors are now one win away from the title.
Heading into Game 5, the Celtics still are favored to beat the Warriors in the #NBAFinals, according to ESPN's Basketball Power Index 📝 https://t.co/a07lRrW3rb
But can they close it out in Boston?
While there are several factors that could hinder their chances, the Dubs find themselves in a great position. With momentum from winning two games in a row, Golden State seem unstoppable.
Additionally, as Chris Broussard mentioned, the Warriors also enjoy having two players who are capable of a big performance in Game 6. Klay Thompson, who has a reputation for being a top-notch performer in these situations, is due to shine.
Klay Thompson's Greatest Game 6 Performances
Game 6 vs Thunder - 41 PTS, 4 REB, 1 STL on 45% FG and 61% 3PT
Game 6 vs Rockets - 35 PTS, 6 REB, 4 STL, on 56% FG and 64% 3PT
Game 6 vs Grizzlies - 30 PTS, 8 REB, 3 BLK on 50% FG and 57% 3PT
Game 6 Klay!!!! https://t.co/C8MCRZazKD
More importantly, Steph Curry, who is coming off one of the worst three-point shooting nights of his career, could also erupt in Game 6.
Draymond Green on Steph Curry: "He was 0-for-9 from 3. He's gonna be livid going into Game 6. That's exactly what we need."
Pairing this with the sustained excellence of Andrew Wiggins, the Golden State Warriors have a recipe for success.